Kapnias Zygos White Hatzimichalis Estate
€29,20
Kapnias Zygos White by Domaine Hatzimichalis is an oaked Chardonnay from Atalanti Valley, with a rich, smoky and strongly gastronomic character. It comes from the Zygos vineyard, at an altitude of 300-330 metres, from vines around 30 years old and very low yields, giving the wine concentration and depth.
Fermentation takes place 100% in 228L Hungarian oak barriques and the wine stays for 8 months on the fine lees with bâtonnage. This work in the cellar gives it creamy texture, aromatic complexity and that distinctive feel of smoke, butter and toast that makes Kapnias so recognisable.
In the glass, it brings tropical fruit, almond, butter, toasted bread, butterscotch, vanilla and subtle notes of nuts. On the palate, it is full-bodied, creamy and balanced, with lively acidity, intensity, volume and a long finish.
It pairs very well with lobster with butter, crawfish pasta, gnocchi with truffle, smoked eel, chicken or turkey with creamy sauces, mushrooms, rich risottos, pasta with cream and semi-hard yellow cheeses. It is a Chardonnay for anyone who wants oak, intensity and complexity, without losing balance.
